Lionel Messi becomes all-time World Cup top goalscorer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:50 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Lionel Messi set a new World Cup record on June 22, 2026, during Argentina's group stage match against Austria. After a missed penalty early in the game, Messi scored with a left-footed strike from outside the box, breaking his tie with Miroslav Klose for the most goals in World Cup history. The match is currently underway, with Messi playing a key role as Argentina strives to defend their title. His record achievement adds to his already illustrious legacy in international football.
- •Messi scores to become the outright top goalscorer at World Cups.
- •The record-breaking goal came in a group stage match against Austria.
- •Argentina is the reigning World Cup champion.
- •The match is still in progress.
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